IP Network Engineer

Would you like to be part of our new adventure? Vodafone Group is launching its new technological HUB (MSH), an international center of excellence dedicated to research and development of technical solutions, such as Secure Networks, 5G and 6G development, Open RAN, IoT, MPN & MEC and UCC for Vodafone Business, platforms and enterprise solutions.

Come and join us to create the future together!

What you’ll do

These will be the main activities for this Specialist IP Network Engineer role:

• To define Architectural and planning guidelines of Vodafone Group International IP Backhaul Networks catering for resilient, fast convergent, fully optimised IP Networks.
• To define the technology principles and roadmap on how IP/MPLS networks should be designed at both engineering and service domains according to Product & Business Requirements for Mobile and Fixed services.
• To define the technology principles and roadmap on how Software Defined Networking should be designed at both engineering transport and service domains according to Product & Business Requirements for Mobile and Fixed services.
• To support and act as prime technology lead in NPD (new product development) activities for the development and implementation of market leading Mobile and Fixed services.
• To define standard KPIs for Transport IP Backhaul networks traffic and efficiency and discuss deviations with respect to planned with the Delivery and Operation Teams.

Who you are

These are the requirements we are looking for:

• Knowledge of Internet and IP/MPLS Network technology.
• Knowledge of Software Defined Networking technology Specifically,
• Some Programming & Developer skills such as Python, Ansible, Puppet etc
• Architectutural skillset in IP/MPLS technologies and services.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of key IP/MPLS operational and/or IP/MPLS network design requirements.
• Familiar with Traffic and KPI indicators on IP Networks
• Experience of presenting and communication with key external customers.

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What's in it for you

We want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too:

• Possibility of hybrid working or remote working 100%
• Direct Contract with Vodafone VOIS
• Intensive Summer Hours (8:00 am-3:00 pm).
• Social benefits
• Tickets Restaurant
• Flexible retribution plan
• Training plan
• 25 days of vacation + December 24 and 31

Who we are

At Vodafone, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We take pride in our commitment to providing equal opportunities to individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We firmly believe that diversity includes a spectrum of experiences, and we welcome and support individuals with functional diversity.

Our mission is to create an accessible workplace where all team members can thrive, regardless of their unique abilities or challenges. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations to ensure that everyone can fully participate and excel in our organization. We value the unique perspectives and talents that individuals with functional diversity bring to our team and consider them an integral part of our success and innovation.

We recognize and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workplace so that we are as diverse as the customers and communities we serve. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social or marital status.

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

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